Meaning of satrap | Babel Free
ˈseɪtɹæpDefinitions
- A governor of a Persian province.
- A subordinate ruler.
Equivalents
Examples
“Eunuchs were chiefly employed in the harems of the king, and his satraps.”
“Hey, sir? Sir, excuse⟳ me?” The blonde was calling out to him, in imperious tones that insisted on a reply⟳. Her satraps became watchful, like⟳ a Praetorian guard.”
“Backed by an expansive and brutal security system, Mr. Lukashenko shows no sign⟳ of losing his grip at home, if at the cost⟳ of becoming Mr. Putin’s enfeebled satrap.”
CEFR level
B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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